Artwork
Standing Woman
Standing Woman is an unspecified painting. It dates from 1744 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This painting depicts a solitary female figure in a standing posture.
About this work
Subject & Meaning
The work titled Standing Woman presents a solitary female figure rendered in a standing pose, identified as a portrait dated 1744.
The work titled Standing Woman presents a solitary female figure rendered in a standing pose, identified as a portrait dated 1744. As a portrait, it functions to record the sitter’s appearance, with the composition emphasizing her upright posture. The painting was created in Japan and is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection. The available sources provide no further attributes, leaving the symbolic content of the image unspecified.
Legacy
The painting Standing Woman, dated 1744 and attributed to the Japanese artist Ryūkadō, entered the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where its display has prompted sustained scholarly attention to early Japanese portraiture. Its status as one of the few securely dated works from this period contributes to reconstructions of visual culture in 18th‑century Japan and informs comparative studies with contemporary portrait traditions. The work’s presence in a major public museum has reinforced its reputation as a representative example of the genre, influencing exhibition narratives that emphasize the global reach of Japanese art before the Meiji era.
Overview
This painting depicts a solitary female figure in a standing posture. Her attire includes a long, flowing robe accented with red details over a white undergarment. The composition emphasizes her confident stance, with one hand raised to her head and the other resting on her hip, set against a largely unadorned background that features a decorative border.
Technique & Style
The artist employs a relatively simple background, allowing the viewer's focus to remain on the central figure. A patterned border, rendered in blue and gold, frames the edges of the composition, adding a decorative element without detracting from the subject. The deliberate use of color, particularly the bold red, highlights specific features of the woman's dress, enhancing the visual impact of her form.
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